Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Interests
Accomplishments
Timeline
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FREDRIC OCHIENG OWAKAH

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST
Nairobi, Nairobi Province

Summary

I am a patient focused and analytical minded who is really passionate, organized, reliable and dedicated medical laboratory officer with qualified skills at carrying out patients laboratory diagnosis and care across Medical field.. Utilizes precise and systematic approaches to conduct experiments and analyze data. Knowledge of quality control, ensuring accuracy and reliability in all laboratory activities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Medical laboratory officer

Glenfin level 4 Hospital Donholm
07.2023 - Current

Responsibilities

  • Sample collection, transportation and processing
  • Record keeping , HMIS management and lab MOH reports
  • Waste management and disposal, biosafety and biosecurity training
  • Sample analysis in different departments in the lab including; Biochemistry ,Immunohistochemistry Parasitology, serology, hematology , microbiology, blood transfusion and regional blood bank rotations, histology , phlebotomy and pediatrics lab departments.
  • Stock taking and management
  • Quality control and machine/equipment management
  • Preparation, updating and validation of SOPs.
  • Patient management and counselling where applicable
  • Field work for blood donation
  • Any other duty assigned by management.
  • Conducted laboratory tests to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to maintain compliance with health standards.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to interpret test results and guide patient care.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for laboratory practices.

Medical lab technologist

Palani Hospital, Mombasa
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Conducted laboratory tests on biological samples to ensure accurate diagnoses.
  • Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Analyzed test results and communicated findings to healthcare professionals for informed decision-making.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on laboratory procedures and best practices.

Volunteer Medical laboratory officer

Motemorabu Medical Center Migori
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Conducted laboratory tests and analyses to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Documented test results and findings, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to provide timely and effective laboratory services.
  • Ensured quality control measures were consistently followed, maintaining high levels of accuracy in all test results produced.

Medical laboratory science internship

Migori County Referral Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in patient care activities and documentation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment plans.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking medical supplies and equipment usage.
  • Conducted patient intake and assessment to ensure accurate medical recordkeeping.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to enhance healthcare service delivery.

Medical laboratory science attachment

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and referral hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021

Education

BSc - Medical laboratory science

Technical University of Mombasa
12.2021

Covid 19 Healthcare workers training

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga teaching and referral hospital
01.2021

Certificate - computer application

East Africa Vision Institute
03.2017

Kenya Certificate of secondary education - undefined

Wangapala High School
11.2016

Kenya certificate of primary education - undefined

Ongoro primary school
01.2012

Skills

Sample analysis

Reagent preparation

Instrument Calibration

Microscopy techniques

Laboratory management

Microbial identification

Accurate results interpretation

Good in phlebotomy

Certification

BSc. in Medical laboratory science

References

  • Ronald, Wigina Nyarambe, Chair of Medical sciences department, TUM, wigina@tum.ac.ke, +254 722 382496, Technically University of Mombasa, Mombasa, 80100
  • Catherine, Adera, Deputy lab manager, Migori county referral hospital, catherineadera82@gmail.com, +254 722 403245, Migori County Referral hospital, Migori, 40400

Interests

I enjoy watching medical related documentaries and movies, reading books and medical journal and song writing

Accomplishments

  • Attended Covid- 19 training for healthcare providers Certified
  • KMLTTB Certified

Timeline

Medical laboratory officer

Glenfin level 4 Hospital Donholm
07.2023 - Current

Medical lab technologist

Palani Hospital, Mombasa
11.2022 - 07.2023

Volunteer Medical laboratory officer

Motemorabu Medical Center Migori
05.2022 - 11.2022

Medical laboratory science internship

Migori County Referral Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022

Medical laboratory science attachment

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and referral hospital
01.2021 - 04.2021

Covid 19 Healthcare workers training

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga teaching and referral hospital

Certificate - computer application

East Africa Vision Institute

Kenya Certificate of secondary education - undefined

Wangapala High School

Kenya certificate of primary education - undefined

Ongoro primary school

BSc - Medical laboratory science

Technical University of Mombasa
FREDRIC OCHIENG OWAKAHMEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST